US EditionCampbell Bemoans Sloppy Third Quarter that Helped Lead to Lions' 41-34 Loss to Rams
Coach Dan Campbell blamed a costly third quarter where the Lions' defense allowed three quick scores, turning a 7-point lead into a 10-point deficit against the Rams.
- On Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025, the Detroit Lions lost 41-34 to the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium, and Dan Campbell, Detroit Lions head coach, singled out the third quarter as when the game turned.
- After Gibbs' runs were erased by a holding penalty, Campbell cited a penalty, a dropped deep pass to Jameson Williams and a sack on Jared Goff among mistakes that shifted momentum.
- Statistically, the Rams dominated the third quarter with 179 yards averaging 8.5 per play while Detroit managed under a yard per play and Los Angeles held a 135-yard passing advantage.
- With playoff hopes at stake, the Detroit Lions must win out, starting with their final home game Sunday against the Pittsburgh Steelers and Aaron Rodgers, despite allowing 1,812 yards over four games.
- Addressing the ineffective run game and play-calling is central to the Lions' short-term outlook, as Dan Campbell admitted the run game 'never got going' and signaled upcoming tactical changes.
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